Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)

<strong>Our Paramedic Science degree prepares you to work at the frontline of patient care. Paramedics work in dynamic environments and administer a range of often life-saving treatments to people suffering from traumatic injuries and/or medical problems.</strong><br/><br/>Paramedics are often the first emergency service on the scene but also work in a multitude of settings including GP surgeries and the community. This course aims to prepare you for the challenges of providing emergency and urgent care to a diverse population in pre-hospital and out-of-hospital environments.<br/><br/><br/>• Successful completion means you can apply for professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Paramedic (please see our website for more information).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop the skills and medical knowledge needed to provide safe and effective paramedic care.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn to thrive in dynamic health and care environments and multidisciplinary teams, developing clinical reasoning, relationship and teamworking skills alongside your understanding of healthcare systems.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Focus on one academic module at a time, with five weeks of learning followed by one week of assessment per module.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Hands-on experience through practice-based learning includes simulated learning and placement opportunities across the NHS to help you decide the direction of your future career.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• All eligible students on this course can apply for a minimum payment from the Government of £5,000 per year, with additional payments for students incurring childcare costs.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Why you should study this course</strong><br/>• Our approach supports you to develop a strong sense of professional identity as a paramedic from the outset.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll be encouraged to develop digital fluency and think critically about the use of technology and the future direction of the profession as it changes.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• We introduce you to international perspectives of paramedic practice, examining different approaches to paramedic care from around the world.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities for international experiences, including collaborative online projects with students from other universities abroad.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access to success coaches, placement supervisors and specialist support for mathematics and academic writing.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Gain the skills and experience to transform lives, communities and the future of healthcare delivery. We aim to empower you to become a stand-out healthcare professional, capable, competent and confident in your field and role within the wider healthcare team.<br/><br/>While continuously developing your sense of professional identity as a paramedic from day one, youll also collaborate with learners from other School of Health and Care fields, learning in an environment that puts inclusivity, diversity and dignity at its heart.<br/><br/>Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.